Social Studies 20-1 Exploring Nationalism Essay Assignment: Unit 1 The title of this unit is "To What Extent Should Nation Be the Foundation of Identity?" Throughout this unit we have focused on Nation and Identity; Shaping Nationalism; Reconciling Nationalist Loyalties; and Reconciling Nationalist and Non-Nationalist Loyalties. Combine what we have learned through discussion and research with your personal reaction to the material presented to answer the following question in essay form. Should Nation be the Foundation of Identity? In your essay, as you take and defend a position on this issue, keep the following in mind: Reminders for Essay Writing > Plan your essay > Focus on the issue under discussion > Establish a clear position or thesis that will direct and unify your essay > Organize your essay in a manner that will best defend your position > Defend you position with supportive and specific evidence drawn from your knowledge of social studies > Edit and proofread your writing Evaluation
Take and defend a position on the issue by developing and organizing logical and persuasive arguments _ /10
Select, accurately develop, and apply relevant social studies examples to support their position _/10
Communicate clearly and effectively by using appropriate vocabulary, organization and correct conventions of writing I5
Explore the issue by demonstrating an understanding of its significance and complexity _/5
Standard form, Times New Roman, 12 Point, double space with bibliography.
Students must refer to the text book, Exploring Nationalism as a basic resource for locating an issue of their own choosing.
Specifically, students should refer to chapters 1 through 4 in order to best locate issues worthy of discussion for this essay.
Essays should be saved within the student’s network folder or alternatively word doc's within personal wiki.
For reference, students should look carefully at the two exemplars located at the bottom of this page.
Submissions may be in hard copy or digital format. A copy must be placed within a file called Essay Assignment Unit 1 inside the students Wiki.
Due date will be Monday, October 24.
Social Studies 20-1 Exploring Nationalism
Essay Assignment: Unit 1
The title of this unit is "To What Extent Should Nation Be the Foundation of Identity?" Throughout this unit we have focused on Nation and Identity; Shaping Nationalism; Reconciling Nationalist Loyalties; and Reconciling Nationalist and Non-Nationalist Loyalties. Combine what we have learned through discussion and research with your personal reaction to the material presented to answer the following question in essay form.
Should Nation be the Foundation of Identity?
In your essay, as you take and defend a position on this issue, keep the following in mind:
Reminders for Essay Writing
> Plan your essay
> Focus on the issue under discussion
> Establish a clear position or thesis that will direct and unify your essay
> Organize your essay in a manner that will best defend your position
> Defend you position with supportive and specific evidence drawn from your knowledge of social studies
> Edit and proofread your writing
Evaluation
Take and defend a position on the issue by developing and
organizing logical and persuasive arguments _ /10
Select, accurately develop, and apply relevant social
studies examples to support their position _/10
Communicate clearly and effectively by using appropriate
vocabulary, organization and correct conventions of writing I5
Explore the issue by demonstrating an understanding of its
significance and complexity _/5
Total /3o